Nargiz Israfilova
Northbrook,IL
Summary
Developed strong customer service and time management skills in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated ability to thrive in high-pressure situations while maintaining attention to detail and quality. Looking to transition into a new field where these transferrable skills can be effectively utilized.
Developed strong skills in safety management and emergency response in a busy aquatic environment. Proven ability to stay calm under pressure and effectively communicate with individuals of all ages.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Barista
Starbucks
12.2024 - 08.2025
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote a fun, positive environment.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
Lifeguard
Glenview Aquatics District
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring the pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored the safety of guests in and around the swimming pool.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks daily.
Education
Glenbrook South
Glenview, IL06-2025
Skills
- Friendly and outgoing
- Team player
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Cash handling
- Opening and closing duties
- Active listener
- Cleanliness
- Exceptional customer service
- POS systems
- Patience and empathy
- Team bonding
Languages
Russian
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Cooking
- Baking
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Interior Design
- Drawing and Painting
- Music
- Photography
- Fashion
- Creative Writing
- Video Gaming
- Swimming
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Gym Workouts
- Fashion and Style
- Reading
Timeline
Barista
Starbucks
12.2024 - 08.2025
Lifeguard
Glenview Aquatics District
05.2024 - 10.2024
Glenbrook South
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